2005 Opel Frontera vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 225 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Frontera | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Frontera | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
